1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
